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New semiconductor device could lead to better photodectectors

November 24, 2014

UCLA researchers have developed a perovskite photodetector that could reduce manufacturing costs and improve the quality of medical and commercial light sensors.

Photodetectors are semiconductor devices that convert incoming light into electrical signals. They are used in a vast array of products, from visible and infrared light detection systems to television remote controls.

Perovskite is an organic-inorganic hybrid material with a crystal structure that is extraordinarily efficient for converting light into electricity. In recent years, the use of perovskite materials has led to rapid Read More → "New semiconductor device could lead to better photodectectors"

Canatu Launches CNB In-Mold Film for Transparent Touch on 3D Surfaces –in Cars, Household Appliances, Wearables, Portables

November 24, 2014

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — (November 19, 2014) — Printed Electronics USA — Canatu, a leading manufacturer of zero reflectance and flexible transparent conductive films and touch sensors, today launched CNB™ In-Mold Film, a stretchable, formable, conductive film optimized for 3D formed capacitive touch displays and touch surfaces in automobile center consoles and dashboards, home appliance control panels, remote controls, smartwatches and portable electronic devices.

“Touch has recently become the dominant user interface for tablets, smartphones and other consumer products. One of the remaining challenges for product designers … Read More → "Canatu Launches CNB In-Mold Film for Transparent Touch on 3D Surfaces –in Cars, Household Appliances, Wearables, Portables"

Universal Temperature Sensor IC Linearizes Temperature Sensors with 0.1°C Accuracy

November 24, 2014

MILPITAS, CA – November 24, 2014 – Linear Technology Corporation introduces the LTC2983 high performance digital temperature measurement IC which directly digitizes RTDs, thermocouples, thermistors and external diodes with 0.1°C … Read More → "Universal Temperature Sensor IC Linearizes Temperature Sensors with 0.1°C Accuracy"

Keysight Technologies Demonstrates LTE-Advanced 450 Mbps End-to-End IP Data Throughput with UXM Wireless Test Set

November 24, 2014

SANTA ROSA, Calif., Nov. 18, 2014 – Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) today announced verification of three component carrier (3CC) end-to-end IP data throughput with the recently introduced E7515A UXM wireless test set. Utilizing three 20 MHz component carriers in the downlink for a total aggregated bandwidth of 60 MHz, Keysight successfully demonstrated 450 Mbps DL/50 Mbps UL (category 9) data rates.

“Keysight is committed to delivering cutting-edge test capability to meet the demands of today’s evolving wireless industry,” said Joe DePond, general manager of Keysight’s Mobile Broadband Operation. “Providing … Read More → "Keysight Technologies Demonstrates LTE-Advanced 450 Mbps End-to-End IP Data Throughput with UXM Wireless Test Set"

Latest STM32 ARM® Cortex®-M0 Microcontroller from STMicroelectronics Boosts Integration for Better User Experiences

November 21, 2014

Geneva, November 20, 2014 – STMicroelectronics’ latest STM32F091 ARM^® Cortex^®-M0 microcontroller overcomes the resource constraints imposed by similar devices positioned for cost-sensitive applications by providing large on-chip memories and up to eight USARTs^{^[1]} that save multiplexing communication ports in applications such as in-car audio or three-phase power metering.

With up to 256Kbytes of Flash on-chip and a 32Kbyte SRAM — enough to implement a Java stack — the Read More → "Latest STM32 ARM® Cortex®-M0 Microcontroller from STMicroelectronics Boosts Integration for Better User Experiences"

Open-Silicon Announces Availability of World’s First HMC 2.0 Memory Controller IP

November 21, 2014

MILPITAS, CA–(Marketwired – November 19, 2014) – Open-Silicon today announced a comprehensive Hybrid Memory Cube (HMC) 2.0 controller solution as licensable Intellectual Property (IP) that will enable SoC designers to take immediate advantage of the performance gains afforded by the emerging memory standard. Building upon its experience in working with customers to integrate earlier generations of this critical memory controller interface, Open-Silicon now offers high-quality HMC IP and the sophisticated integration environment required to speed design, reduce cost and ensure product manufacturability. The company is already engaged with a lead customer to integrate the new HMC 2.0 controller IP into devices for applications such … Read More → "Open-Silicon Announces Availability of World’s First HMC 2.0 Memory Controller IP"

IAR Systems updates high-performance development tools for the 8-bit STM8 core

November 20, 2014

Uppsala, Sweden—November 20, 2014—IAR Systems® has launched a new version of its world-leading development tools for STMicroelectronics’ STM8. Version 2.10 of IAR Embedded Workbench® for STM8 adds improvements and new functionality for debugging, as well as selectable math functions, updated user documentation and new device support.

STM8 microcontrollers are used in industrial and consumer applications, automotive applications, and in various applications where ultra-low power consumption is essential. The STM8 microcontroller platform is implemented around a high-performance 8-bit core and an advanced set of peripherals. The platform is manufactured using an ST-proprietary 130 nm embedded non-volatile … Read More → "IAR Systems updates high-performance development tools for the 8-bit STM8 core"

Altera to Exhibit Comprehensive Solution Portfolio for Accelerating Intelligent Automation at SPS IPC Drives 2014

November 20, 2014

San Jose, Calif., — November 20, 2014—Altera Corporation (NASDAQ: ALTR) today announced that it will demonstrate industrial solutions based on its field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) and SoCs at the SPS IPC Drives conference in Nuremberg, Germany, from November 25 to 27. Altera will share how industrial systems designers can use its FPGAs and SoCs to significantly reduce cost and time to market for factory automation system designs.

Altera’s stand (#270, Hall 3) will feature a … Read More → "Altera to Exhibit Comprehensive Solution Portfolio for Accelerating Intelligent Automation at SPS IPC Drives 2014"

Microsemi Continues its Leadership in Timing Solutions by Offering Ultralow Jitter OTN Clock Translator in the Smallest Footprint

November 20, 2014

ALISO VIEJO, Calif.—Nov. 20, 2014—Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC), a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, today announced its new ZL30169 high performance Optical Transport Network (OTN) clock translator fully compliant with the ITU-T G.8251 standard that ensures interoperability and satisfactory network performance. The ultrasmall, three-input, three-output any-rate-to-any-port clock translator for OTN provides output clocks with industry-leading jitter performance of 250fs RMS, ideal for 100G coherent optical networks.

According to market research firm Infonetics, 100Gb/s is the next speed of choice in 2015 to 2030 with greater than $10 billion in revenue expected by 2018, … Read More → "Microsemi Continues its Leadership in Timing Solutions by Offering Ultralow Jitter OTN Clock Translator in the Smallest Footprint"

CSR SiRFusion™ Makes Accurate Indoor Location a Reality

November 20, 2014

San Jose, California and Cambridge, UK – November 20^th, 2014 – Technology innovator CSR plc (LSE: CSR; NASDAQ: CSRE) today announced the launch of its SiRFusion™ Software Development Kit (SDK) for Android application developers. The solution enables indoor positioning for Android developers looking to create next-generation apps.

Developers can now leverage the SiRFusion library to rapidly integrate new location-based capabilities and services such as indoor location tagging and analytics for social networking applications, indoor navigation, lone worker … Read More → "CSR SiRFusion™ Makes Accurate Indoor Location a Reality"

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